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PREPARATIONS FOR THE CONFERENCE
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What are the travel plans for the American Delegation? The American Delegation is departing from the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on Wednesday, July 30th in the afternoon and arriving at the Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) on the night of July 31st. At the end of the Conference, they will depart from TPE on August 17 and arrive at LAX on August 19. All delegates are expected to travel with the American Delegation, until they have specified otherwise and notified TASC.
Can I not participate in the Roundtable Essay Contest? No. All delegates are required to write a 7-10 page research paper about their Roundtable topic. This will not only help the individual prepare for Roundtable discussions, but also benefit the entire Roundtable group.
What do I need to bring for the Conference? We have a packing checklist of suggested items to bring for the Conference.
After submitting the initial deposit fee, when is the rest of the participation fee due? The rest of the participation fee will be due by May 15th.
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THE CONFERENCE
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What is the recommended attire? We will be attending events that range from business formal to casual dress. Delegates are however expected to bring both business formal and business casual attire. More information can be found on the packing checklist.
When is Orientation? The Joint Delegation Orientation will take place on August 1st in Taiwan. It is mandatory that all delegates, both American and Taiwanese, attend this orientation.
Where can I find the Conference itinerary? The site coordinators are in the process of finalizing the itinerary. At orientation, delegates will given a final copy of the Conference's itinerary. If you want to see a glimpse of the itinerary, it can be found at the bottom of Program Details.
Is it mandatory that I participate in all the TASC activities? Yes. Delegates are required to be present all throughout the Conference and participate in all activities in order to become fully immersed in the TASC experience.
If I am unable to attend the Conference, how do I cancel my registration? Delegates who decide to cancel after the confirmation deposit must provide an official notification listing the reason for cancellation. More information about the cancellation policy.
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MISCELLANEOUS
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Can I still apply to this year's conference? Thank you for your interest. Unfortunately, the deadline for this year's conference has passed and we have selected the top delegates from the application pool. However, we strongly encourage you to apply for next year's conference.
More Questions? Email tasc.ask@gmail.com or tasc01.scheng@gmail.com.
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